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LEONARD MARK WILKINSON

Elizabeth Beach,NSW

Summary

With over 50 years of experience in the construction industry, with still plenty to offer my goals is, To secure a challenging managerial position within the Construction industry where my vast Experience, Skills and Abilities can best be utilized, at the same time allowing me to pass on my knowledge and experiences onto younger colleagues and at the same time continue to progress myself both professionally and personally. i am a forward-thinking construction leader and dedicated project manager offering several years of construction and contracting experience on projects. Well-versed in supervising all phases of construction, from pre-construction through final walkthroughs and closeout. Proven skills in multitasking on several projects per year. Diligent, diplomatic and inspirational with solid leadership, organizational and decision-making skills focused on delivering exceptional value to customers with high-quality construction.

Overview

52
52
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Development Engineering Officer/Subdivision Works, Roads and Drainage Certifier

MIDCOAST Council
03.2017 - 05.2024
  • Inspecting and Certifying all new subdivision & Civil Development projects in LGA of Midcoast Council
  • Provided guidance to team members on how to effectively complete tasks within established timelines.
  • Maintain full documentation of all inspection hold points, inspections carried out in accordance with inspection manuals.
  • Facilitated stakeholder meetings to align on strategic initiatives.
  • Participated in regular meetings with upper management regarding progress updates on current initiatives.
  • Enforced compliance to maintain standards, specifications, and good work practices in accordance with Council policies.
  • Led training and development programs to enhance team skills and performance.
  • Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential threats.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Oversaw quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions.
  • Utilized document management system to organize files, keeping up-to-date, and easily accessible data.
  • Maintained environmental procedures to prevent damage and impacts on the environment.

Construction Site Manager

Geoff Stewart Construction (Taree)
05.2006 - 01.2017

Geoffrey Stewart Construction is a Civil Engineering Company that constructs roads and subdivisions, My role as Site Manager was to.

  • Prepare accurate reports on cost estimates versus actual expenditures incurred during various phases of construction projects.
  • Coordinate and manage construction projects from start to finish. This included erosion and sediment controls, roads and drainage, sewer, water, communications, power, and landscaping. Ensuring that all work was completed on time and within budget.
  • Conducted regular meetings with general contractors to discuss progress updates as well as any changes or modifications required for successful completion of the project.
  • Maintained daily logs detailing information such as weather conditions, number of workers present at a given time period, material deliveries received on-site.
  • Supervised subcontractors in their performance of tasks related to the project.
  • Managed personnel working on-site including assigning specific tasks based upon individual skill sets.
  • Developed plans for site layout, grading, drainage, materials selection, and equipment utilization.
  • Reviewed blueprints, drawings prepared by architects, engineers to ensure accuracy of design components before beginning construction activities.
  • Monitored progress of the project and ensured compliance with safety regulations, building codes, and other applicable standards.
  • Developed quality assurance procedures to ensure that all aspects of the project are being completed according to specifications set forth in contract documents.
  • Communicated safety standards to laborers and sub-contractors and enforced safety regulations on job sites.
  • Scheduled inspections by local authorities to verify compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Owner Operator

Tuncurry Beach Trading Post
12.2002 - 05.2006

Along with my wife, we owned and operated a small family business at Tuncurry NSW that consisted of a fuel outlet and a general store, my roll included.

  • Analyzed market trends and customer feedback to identify opportunities for growth.
  • Maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers in order to secure favorable terms on materials and services.
  • Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
  • Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.

Construction Site Manager

Haslin Constructions (Sydney)
07.2002 - 11.2002
  • Redevelopment of Arnott’s Biscuit factory site Homebush
  • Conducted regular meetings with general contractors to discuss progress updates as well as any changes or modifications required for successful completion of the project.
  • Tracked costs associated with labor, materials, permits. throughout each phase of the project's development.
  • Communicated regularly with clients and owners regarding status updates on projects.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for materials needed for the completion of the project.
  • Maintained daily logs detailing information such as weather conditions, number of workers present at a given time period, material deliveries received on-site.
  • Reviewed blueprints, drawings prepared by architects, engineers to ensure accuracy of design components before beginning construction activities.
  • Developed quality assurance procedures to ensure that all aspects of the project are being completed according to specifications set forth in contract documents.
  • Scheduled inspections by local authorities to verify compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Builder & Civil Engineering Project Manager & Quality Supervisor

Wilka Consultants Cambodia (own Company)
01.2001 - 07.2002
  • Various construction projects in Cambodia
  • Inspected foundations, walls, floors, doors, windows, roofing, and tiling to ensure they meet code standards.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines.
  • Coordinated with subcontractors to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Read blueprints or technical diagrams to determine the specific materials required for each job.
  • Provided customer service, addressing clients' questions and concerns.
  • Conducted site inspections to assess progress and identify any issues.
  • Complied with quality requirements to meet or exceed production service levels.

Site Superintendent

SMEC International PTY Limited “Cambodia”
08.2000 - 12.2000
  • Tele communications gateway Satellite Centre Cambodia
  • Managed daily operations of site, including ordering materials, reviewing plans, and ensuring quality control standards were met.
  • Inspected completed projects for compliance with building codes and customer specifications before final acceptance by the customer.
  • Created weekly reports detailing progress made on current projects which were then sent out to upper management.
  • Developed detailed schedules outlining each step of the construction process in order to ensure efficient completion of tasks without sacrificing quality or safety standards.
  • Coordinated inspections with local authorities and ensured that all necessary permits were obtained before beginning work on a project.

Australian Managing Consultants Site Administrator

SMEC International PTY Limited
01.1999 - 08.2000
  • AusAID funded project Bougainville PNG
  • Performed cost and benefit analyses of proposed initiatives to support decision making.
  • Prepared weekly status reports summarizing progress against goals and objectives.
  • Developed training materials and delivered presentations to internal staff members.
  • inspected and certified the construction of all building and civil works, including plumbing test and reinforcing and structural inspections

Site Forman

Haslin Constructions in Sydney
07.1998 - 12.1998
  • Civil Works; Remove existing surface down to sub grade & Repave Dixon street (china town) with granite
  • Coordinated and managed this construction project from start to finish, ensuring that all work was completed on time and within budget.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for materials needed for the completion of the project.
  • Reviewed blueprints, drawings prepared by architects, engineers to ensure accuracy of design components before beginning construction activities.

Site Manager (Waile Creek Dam Raise, 6 Mth Contract)

Progeria Joint Venture (Placer Dome Pacific)
12.1997 - 06.1998
  • Lift the height (3.5m) of the dam, that supplied the water for the Porgera Gold mine.
  • Reviewed project plans regularly to ensure deadlines are met on time.
  • Communicated regularly with clients and owners regarding status updates on projects.
  • Maintained daily logs detailing information such as weather conditions, number of workers present at a given time period, material deliveries received on-site.
  • Reviewed blueprints, drawings prepared by architects, engineers to ensure accuracy of design components before beginning construction activities.

Operations Manager (temporary 6 mth contract)

Ipili Porgera Investments (Landowner Company)
07.1997 - 12.1997
  • Oversee Management of Retail outlet, 25 room guest house & Restaurant, 15 rental properties and maintenance, Mechanical Workshop, building & joinery workshop, security company, all Administration staff and payroll section.

Junior Project Manager Gobe oil fields

Barclay Mowlem (PNG) Client: Chevron Pty Ltd
01.1997 - 06.1997
  • Designing formwork, acquisition of plant and materials needed to form up and place concrete to foundations for oil storage tanks, pumps and pipe supports, plus the construction of various buildings, design and construct portable camp to Accommodate 250 men for road project.

Construction Manager Port Moresby

Barclay Mowlem (PNG)
01.1996 - 01.1997
  • Responsible for all projects in and around Port Moresby, including all maintenance work and small projects on Australian High Commission property for their Overseas Property Group
  • Developed and implemented construction plans for projects, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.
  • Managed scheduling of personnel, equipment and supplies throughout the duration of all project.
  • Inspected job sites regularly to verify safety protocols were being followed and that work was progressing in accordance with established guidelines.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers and subcontractors as needed for each project.
  • Reviewed invoices from vendors and subcontractors for accuracy before authorizing payment.
  • Maintained records of completed jobs including time spent on tasks, materials used and expenses incurred.

Construction Site Manager

Barclay Mowlem – Sydney NSW
01.1995 - 01.1996
  • Site Forman on a major refurbishment of the Education Building, Loftus St Sydney, cost $20m.
  • Conducted regular meetings with general contractors to discuss progress updates as well as any changes or modifications required for successful completion of the project.
  • Tracked costs associated with labor, materials, permits. throughout each phase of the project's development.
  • Communicated regularly with clients and owners regarding status updates on projects.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for materials needed for the completion of the project.
  • Supervised subcontractors in their performance of tasks related to the project.
  • Reviewed blueprints, drawings prepared by architects, engineers to ensure accuracy of design components before beginning construction activities.
  • Resolved any issues or problems encountered during construction activities through effective communication with contractors and other stakeholders involved in the project.

Area Project Manager (Mt Hagen)

Barclay Bros. (PNG)
01.1990 - 01.1995
  • Responsible for all construction works undertaken in the Highlands of PNG
  • Created and executed strategies for successful completion of projects.
  • Served as primary point-of-contact between clients and internal teams regarding assigned projects.
  • Managed multiple concurrent projects to ensure timely completion within budget.
  • Generated monthly status reports that highlighted progress made against established goals.
  • Coordinated activities across different departments in order to meet deadlines.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers related to project needs.
  • Established quality control standards for all phases of the project life cycle.
  • Maintained detailed records of all completed projects including cost and benefit analysis reports.
  • Monitored costs associated with each phase of the project life cycle in order to stay within budget parameters.

Site Supervisor

Rucon Farm Services
01.1984 - 01.1988
  • Construction of rural buildings Poultry and egg farm automated sheds and houses.
  • install all mechanical components ready for electrician
  • setout and construct buildings some as long as 160m, to specifications and standards

Contract Cabinetmaker Joiner

Hassum and Levitt – Strathpine QLD
01.1981 - 01.1984

Owner/ Operator

Central Coast Staircases – Central Coast NSW
01.1979 - 01.1981
  • Manufacture and install timber staircases for the residential construction industry.

Contract Carpenter / Cabinetmaker

Gosford Homes
01.1978 - 01.1979

Form work Carpenter

Thiess Watkins
01.1977 - 01.1978

Apprentice Carriage Builder

NSW Railways - Sydney
01.1972 - 01.1976

Education

Authentic Leadership Program

Mills & Eaton Training
11-2023

Roads And Drainage Certification Short Course

University Technolog Sydney
Sydney, NSW
07-2023

Certified Professional Erosion & Sediment Control

Centre of Environmental Training "Course For"
Sydney, NSW
09-2020

Civil Engineering and Construction Management

University NSW
Sydney, NSW
01-1997

Carpenter / Carriage Builder

NSW Government Railways Apprenticeship
Sydney, NSW
01-1976

School Certificate

Punchbowl Boys High
Sydney, NSW
11-1971

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Quality Assurance
  • Time Management
  • Cost Management
  • Co-ordination
  • Supervision
  • Training
  • Distribution
  • FIDIC
  • Administration
  • Contracts
  • Resource Management
  • Estimating
  • BoQ
  • Occupational Workplace Health & Safety
  • Computer Literacy
  • Staff Training
  • Willingness to Learn
  • Reliability
  • Trustworthiness
  • Energetic
  • Good Work Ethic
  • Self Motivation
  • Multi-skilled
  • Ability to Work Unsupervised
  • Organisational Skills

Demonstratedabilities

  • Manage projects within time frames & cost
  • Co-Ordination of sub-contractors & suppliers
  • Staff supervision and training
  • Distribution of materials
  • Professional Certification in the preparation of Traffic Management and Traffic Control Plans
  • Knowledge of the Local Government Act and Government Legislation
  • Knowledge in AusSpec and AusRoad Specification
  • Member of International Erosion Control Association Australasia,
  • Ability to read all types of Plans understand Specifications and Standards
  • Knowledgeable with FIDIC
  • Administration & Contracts
  • Managing resources
  • Estimating & BoQ
  • Occupational Workplace Health & Safety
  • Quality Assurance wise
  • Computer Literate
  • Training of Staff

Telephone

(02) 9552 9101, 

04 09 651 826

Attributes

  • Willingness to learn and progress
  • Honest, reliable and trustworthy
  • Energetic and Healthy
  • Good work ethic-not afraid of demanding work and I believe that the job is not complete until the work is done
  • Self motivated
  • Multi-skilled
  • Ability to work unsupervised
  • Organisational skills

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 10/08/55

enjoy surfing, swimming, running, hiking, gardening, renovating and generally keeping fit and active

Certification

  • Prepare Traffic Management/Control Plans
  • Completed and passed Course for certified professional in Erosion and Sediment Control
  • Roads and Drainage Certifier completed and passed course

Timeline

Development Engineering Officer/Subdivision Works, Roads and Drainage Certifier

MIDCOAST Council
03.2017 - 05.2024

Construction Site Manager

Geoff Stewart Construction (Taree)
05.2006 - 01.2017

Owner Operator

Tuncurry Beach Trading Post
12.2002 - 05.2006

Construction Site Manager

Haslin Constructions (Sydney)
07.2002 - 11.2002

Builder & Civil Engineering Project Manager & Quality Supervisor

Wilka Consultants Cambodia (own Company)
01.2001 - 07.2002

Site Superintendent

SMEC International PTY Limited “Cambodia”
08.2000 - 12.2000

Australian Managing Consultants Site Administrator

SMEC International PTY Limited
01.1999 - 08.2000

Site Forman

Haslin Constructions in Sydney
07.1998 - 12.1998

Site Manager (Waile Creek Dam Raise, 6 Mth Contract)

Progeria Joint Venture (Placer Dome Pacific)
12.1997 - 06.1998

Operations Manager (temporary 6 mth contract)

Ipili Porgera Investments (Landowner Company)
07.1997 - 12.1997

Junior Project Manager Gobe oil fields

Barclay Mowlem (PNG) Client: Chevron Pty Ltd
01.1997 - 06.1997

Construction Manager Port Moresby

Barclay Mowlem (PNG)
01.1996 - 01.1997

Construction Site Manager

Barclay Mowlem – Sydney NSW
01.1995 - 01.1996

Area Project Manager (Mt Hagen)

Barclay Bros. (PNG)
01.1990 - 01.1995

Site Supervisor

Rucon Farm Services
01.1984 - 01.1988

Contract Cabinetmaker Joiner

Hassum and Levitt – Strathpine QLD
01.1981 - 01.1984

Owner/ Operator

Central Coast Staircases – Central Coast NSW
01.1979 - 01.1981

Contract Carpenter / Cabinetmaker

Gosford Homes
01.1978 - 01.1979

Form work Carpenter

Thiess Watkins
01.1977 - 01.1978

Apprentice Carriage Builder

NSW Railways - Sydney
01.1972 - 01.1976

Authentic Leadership Program

Mills & Eaton Training

Roads And Drainage Certification Short Course

University Technolog Sydney

Certified Professional Erosion & Sediment Control

Centre of Environmental Training "Course For"

Civil Engineering and Construction Management

University NSW

Carpenter / Carriage Builder

NSW Government Railways Apprenticeship

School Certificate

Punchbowl Boys High
LEONARD MARK WILKINSON